RBG

Name: RBG
Genre: Biography, Documentary
Released: May 4, 2018
Duration: 98 min
Rating: 71
Cast: Antonin Scalia, Bill Clinton, Gloria Steinem, Jane C. Ginsburg, Lilly Ledbetter

2018

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Magnolia Pictures | Release Date: May 4, 2018 | Not Rated

Starring: Antonin Scalia, Bill Clinton, Gloria Steinem, Jane C. Ginsburg, Lilly Ledbetter, Martin D. Ginsburg, Nina Totenberg, Orrin G. Hatch, Rush Limbaugh, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Sharron Frontiero, The Notorious B.I.G.

Summary: At the age of 84, U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has developed a breathtaking legal legacy while becoming an unexpected pop culture icon. But without a definitive Ginsburg biography, the unique personal journey of this diminutive, quiet warrior's rise to the nation's highest court has been largely unknown, even to some ofAt the age of 84, U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has developed a breathtaking legal legacy while becoming an unexpected pop culture icon. But without a definitive Ginsburg biography, the unique personal journey of this diminutive, quiet warrior's rise to the nation's highest court has been largely unknown, even to some of her biggest fans – until now. … Expand

Director: Betsy West and Julie Cohen

Genre(s): Biography, Documentary

Rating: Not Rated

Runtime: 98 min

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Leah Greenblatt

May 2, 2018

RBG is an unapologetic valentine to Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, but a sharp and spiky one too. Read full review

Leslie Felperin

Mar 9, 2018

A documentary that, like its subject, Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg is eminently sober, well-mannered, highly intelligent, scrupulous and just a teeny-weeny bit reassuringly dull. Read full review

Empire Beth Webb

Jan 2, 2019

This is the origin film we really need right now. Directors Cohen and West have brought a liberal trailblazer’s fascinating and largely untold story proudly into the spotlight. Read full review

Mick LaSalle

May 2, 2018

Ginsburg herself is determined to last. Several scenes show her working out with a trainer. Her goal is to live long enough for a Democratic president to appoint her successor. Read full review

David Edelstein

May 7, 2018

Both the film and the “notorious” figure at its center are the best imaginable retaliation to mansplaining. Read full review

Kimberley Jones

May 2, 2018

Dissent – or a remotely critical eye – doesn’t have any place in RBG; this is an entirely admiring doc. Read full review

Keith Watson

Apr 30, 2018

The film rarely presents a clear analysis of Ruth Bader Ginsburg's victories, reducing her work to empty slogans. Read full review

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ethankennerly

Apr 10, 2021

Before watching this, I did not who Ruth Bader Ginsburg was. After watching this, Justice Ginsberg became my hero. She worked hard and championed a woman's opportunity to excel.

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BHBarry

May 20, 2018

“RBG” is a documentary about the career and achievements of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. The film follows Justice Ginsburg’s life from her early days growing up in Brooklyn to her college, law school and professional accomplishments which ultimately found her sitting as an Associate Justice“RBG” is a documentary about the career and achievements of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. The film follows Justice Ginsburg’s life from her early days growing up in Brooklyn to her college, law school and professional accomplishments which ultimately found her sitting as an Associate Justice on the highest court in the land. However, the film is not just the story of a woman’s love for the law, it is also a love story of a husband and wife whose mutual caring and respect for each other allowed this physically small but large in stature lady to become an icon and beacon for all who believe in equality and fairness under the laws of our land. Attending law school and seeking a job afterward was not easy for any of us in the late 1950’s. Add to that the special difficulties and challenges Justice Ginsburg met while at the same time being a wife, mother and “lady lawyer” encountering the “no women allowed” policies in most law firms in the land. Despite all of these obstacles, this unique and marvelous person persevered and succeeded. I give this film a 10 rating with kudos to the documentarians for making and telling this inspiring story of tenacity and dedication. As one law student and admirer of the Justice wisely said after reviewing her decisions and career: “You can’t spell the word truth without… RUTH”.… Expand

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Slovenly_Muse

Aug 23, 2018

If you were hoping for a gritty, serious, warts-and-all documentary about a complex political figure, too bad! RBG is an uplifting, spirited, and affectionate look at the life and accomplishments of a remarkable woman, an unwavering champion for equality, and an inspiration to the nextIf you were hoping for a gritty, serious, warts-and-all documentary about a complex political figure, too bad! RBG is an uplifting, spirited, and affectionate look at the life and accomplishments of a remarkable woman, an unwavering champion for equality, and an inspiration to the next generation of legal minds!… Expand

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TVJerry

May 21, 2018

This film chronicles the achievements of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. It traces her upbringing, her impressive law career, her lifelong determination to fight for women's equal rights and her current pop culture status. The filmmakers take a traditional approach toThis film chronicles the achievements of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. It traces her upbringing, her impressive law career, her lifelong determination to fight for women's equal rights and her current pop culture status. The filmmakers take a traditional approach to documentary storytelling: a linear structure told thru numerous interviews and lots of archival photos and video. But that's OK. People coming to see this are probably looking to learn more about this extraordinary character and appreciate her accomplishments. It's not about innovative cinema, but about this ground-breaking woman. In that case (pun intended) it's a fascinating story.… Expand

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JLuis_001

Aug 17, 2018

Focused on one side obviously and those who are against her and or want her to retire will not even give it the opportunity.

Totally valid.

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GinaK

May 22, 2018

RBG is an interesting documentary about the Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Its tone is objective, but I’d call it quietly worshipful since I can’t remember a negative word in it. On the other hand, the life story of RGB was told very well and at a good pace, with a lot ofRBG is an interesting documentary about the Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Its tone is objective, but I’d call it quietly worshipful since I can’t remember a negative word in it. On the other hand, the life story of RGB was told very well and at a good pace, with a lot of personal details. I’ve certainly seen far more dramatic and intense documentaries from Errol Morris, Michael Moore, and Werner Herzog, and sadly the most dramatic things in this documentary were the opera performances that RBG has appeared in. Still this documentary is worth seeing.… Expand

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FelicityFenwick

Aug 16, 2018

I was a little bored by this one, sadly. It's admirable that she's doing what she's doing at 85, but a great film her story does not make.

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